Public Art for Kids

Public art that you might find interesting.

Here are some images of artworks that you might have already seen or might like to visit. Click on the image to go to the "National Public Art Archive" and get more information and a map so you can visit the artwork in person!

Remember, it is okay to touch public art but please don't climb on it, unless it's a bench or a chair.

If you would like to schedule a presentation about Public Art in your school classroom please email Brendan Picker at [email protected] or call 768-3566.

"Throne of Nyoka" by Keith Oliver at the Rio Grande Zoo was made using over 30,000 marbles! Rio Grande Zoo: 903 10th St SE

"Alphabet Soup" by Pete Beeman is located at the Erna Fergusson Library on San Mateo Blvd. Erna Fergusson Library: 3700 San Mateo Blvd. NE

"Gorilla Route 66" was created by Sarah Perry and lives at the Department of Solid Waste building: 4600 Edith NE